Laela Duncan Arts
Actor
Laela Duncan is Los Angeles-based training in the Ruskin School of Acting under John Ruskin and Michael Myers, as well as in the Los Angeles Acting Conservatory under Teferi Seifu. Laela brings a natural, relatable energy to her roles, often cast as the ‘crush’, ‘supportive friend’ or ‘professional’ in MacDonald’s & Pepsi commercials, La La Land (2016), Bones and this year, in Baywatch. Laela is a multi-faceted artiste recognized for her commanding screen and stage presence and “soulful, empathetic storytelling”. When not acting, Laela immerses in other art forms bringing dedication and emotional depth to every role, often utilizing her visual, athletic and musical background to enhance character rhythm, movement and haunting imagination. She is eager to bring her other artistic skills and athletic background to new projects with focus on TV/film, commercial and theatre.
Singer-Songwriter
Laela is a former Sony Music singer-songwriter who opened for John Legend, graced the stage as a guest artiste with the Vienna Opera Orchestra and held a No.1 spot for her single in Bangkok’s International Hit Music Radio Station which brought her to perform in exotic lands—from Thailand to Hong Kong, Jakarta, the Philippines, and Guam. Expanding her horizons, Laela formed her own group and performed at the House of Blues, and Whisky a Go Go in Los Angeles. Unfortuantely, between a lack of committed accompanists and heart-breaking personal tragedies, Laela took a lengthy break. Today, Laela brings her romantic blend of bossa nova-jazz standards as she returns to the mic with a commanding 5-language repertoire; creating a unique, timeless ambience that bridges classic international sophistication with heartfelt performances together with talented musicians in her new LA-based music group, C’est Si Bon Ensemble.
Dancer
Laela loves dancing! Inspired at a young age by her grandmother who loves to chacha, Laela trained belly dance with the Los Angeles-based legendary Greek belly dancer and director, Angela Buttrey. Whether it’s a seductive solo or high-energy troupe performance, she dances to bring joy (and a lot of hair flips) to the floor. Laela is dedicated to creating a safe space for feminine expression and joy. With a focus on emotional storytelling and musical interpretation, she empowers her audience to celebrate their own uniqueness and inner strength. Through mesmerizing shimmies and fluid movements, Laela reminds us all that dance is a powerful act of self-love and liberation. She is looking forward to continuing to share her love of dance with you.
Hello beloved,
Thank you for visiting! Join me as I embark
on a transformative journey through the arts; where we explore obsessions, community, and the infinite potential of love and the human spirit.
Artfully yours,
laela